Apple juice promising against Alzheimer’s

In the quest to prevent and treat Alzheimer’s and dementia, scientists have often assessed the effectiveness of natural health resources. Now, a study published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease suggests apple juice may be one of the remedies that shows a great deal of promise. Researchers at the Center for Cellular Neurobiology and Neurodegeneration

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A Man’s Finger Length May Determine His Prostate Cancer Risk

In a recent study, scientists from The University of Warwick and The Institute of Cancer Research (ICR) discovered that men who have long index fingers may have a lower risk of developing prostate cancer. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), prostate cancer is the most common form of cancer found in

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Rubber Products May Cause Contact Allergies

Researchers at the University of Gothenburg have warned that products made of rubber may cause allergies not directly but through the formation of new substances during contact with skin. In particular, interaction between molecules in rubber and on the skin’s surface produce isothiocyanates, which are compounds found in certain fruits and vegetables. According to university

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High blood sugar linked to cognitive problems

People with high blood sugar may be more likely to develop cognitive problems, according to new research. Scientists at Tel-Aviv University in Israel say that among people with type 2 diabetes, high blood sugar levels can impede thinking. Previous research found a link between diabetes and cognitive decline, with diabetics approximately 1.5 times more likely

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Updated guidelines reiterate importance of PSA testing

The National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) has issued updated guidelines for early prostate cancer detection which confirms that if used properly, PSA screening saves lives in men at high-risk of developing the disease. According to NCCN, PSA testing works optimally when combined with prompt and high-quality treatment. The update was prompted by recent studies which

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Increased Vitamin D Intake May Prevent Endometrial Cancer Among Obese Women

Overweight women with a low vitamin D intake may be more susceptible to endometrial cancer, according to findings published in the journal Cancer Prevention Research. A form of cancer that causes damage to the lining of the uterus, endometrial cancer can develop and spread at a faster rate if a female patient is obese or

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